North Penn High School renovation shows steady March progress on power, drainage and classrooms
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Summary
A March 2026 update reported crews poured concrete over a new electric duct bank for a relocated 35 kV transformer, nearly completed a 36-inch storm pipe to Basin B, began footings for an addition, and moved interior classrooms in Bid Pack 1 and K Pod into the finishing phase.
A presenter provided a March 2026 renovation update for North Penn High School, reporting steady progress across electrical, stormwater and building work. "This critical infrastructure will strengthen long term reliability across campus," the presenter said about the new electric duct bank and relocated 35 kV transformer.
The update said the electrical contractor has begun excavation and poured concrete over a new electric duct bank serving a relocated 35 kV transformer and associated gear. The presenter framed that work as a reliability improvement for the wider campus electrical system.
Stormwater work is advancing: the general contractor is nearly finished installing a 36-inch storm pipe that runs from Somnleytown Pike to Basin B. In a courtyard, crews are placing a 30-inch storm pipe and installing inlet manholes to improve site drainage, the presenter said.
At the APOD addition, crews have completed excavation, are tying reinforcing steel and are pouring concrete footings. "Each footing brings us one step closer to vertical construction," the presenter said, noting the footings are a prerequisite to above-grade building work.
Near the athletic areas, the presenter said crews will complete additional storm-pipe connections near the football practice field and extend the electric duct bank between the baseball field and the tennis courts. Work at the new transportation building includes completed field surveying and layout staking by contractor SJ Thomas, with mobilization of trailers and equipment expected as the site prepares to ramp up.
Interior finishing is underway in Bid Pack 1 and K Pod. The presenter said second-floor classrooms and corridors are nearly complete with new flooring, paint, ceiling-mounted audio-visual systems, lighting, window shades and whiteboards. Toilet partitions, casework and corridor seating are in place, and cleaners have begun detailing classrooms for opening as students return from spring break.
The presenter closed by saying that from underground utilities to classroom finishes, March is delivering measurable progress across campus. Planned near-term tasks include continued concrete work at a pod, additional storm connections, and mobilization at the transportation building site.
